Wednesday, July 6, 2011

After many requests, I finally made a tutorial on how to tie a simple head scarf. It's really, really easy. I did this without looking in the mirror, so that should tell you how easy it is. Let's get started!

Start with a large, square scarf. I like my vintage silk scarves because they're soft and not bulky.

Fold one corner to the other to form a triangle.

Fold the corner down to about the middle, and then fold over again (but not all the way to the edge, because you want it to be a little thicker).

Put the scarf around your head with the ends in the front, making sure the wrong side of the scarf (the part where you can see the folds) is against your head.

Tie it in a loose knot at the front. I like to keep the whole scarf a little on the loose side (it will stay in place).

So, first of all, love. That scarf is delightful. Secondly, are you able to get scarfs to stay on or do you find yourself needing to readjust throughout the day. I've tried this and I find my scarves always slide back! Tips? Tricks? You would be my forever hero <3

LoriLynn: Mine stay on really well, but it might be because 1) they're oldsilk and they aren't slippery and 2) they're well trained (I've worn them like this for years). If you're having issues with it, try bobby pinning it in place!

I LOVE this post - I have never seen a head scarf on anyone that compelled me to wear one... as popular as the "turband" thing is right now - I couldn't get into it. Your post makes me want to try it now!!! I love when I get inspired by a post that makes me want to try something new - this one did that! Thanks!!

Thanks for breaking this down! It's a beautiful look on you. I will give it a shot....my hair is naturally curly (Bernadette Peter's-esque) so it may not translate well, or it might be pretty in it's own, different way. Either way, it should be easy to execute =)

so, i'm totally a scarf girl. but haven't done it quite this way so thank you for this great tutorial. but, here's the thing. i want the actual scarf in the tutorial. it might be the most beautiful scarf ever. so, keiko, would you just send it to me? thanks.

You are my new fav goto hair guide! I did this hairstyle yesterday and it turned out great. I featured you on our blog! http://www.between3sisters.com/2011/07/easy-hairstyle-for-long-hair-and-bangs.html

Great tutorial, Keiko! I love finding new things to do with my scarves. I also found a really cool site on StumbleUpon on how to wear a scarf 37 different ways including ways to tie a head scarf. Thought this might be helpful!

Great tute and pic! I just got into head scarves because I like to wear my hair up when it's warm. Do you have any suggestions on where to purchase vintage scarves like yours in this tutorial? Thanks...Erin